This spicy corn salad with queso fresco is a perfect weeknight side dish. It is easy to make and adds just enough kick to enhance your meal.  It’s also great as a topper for tacos or a green salad.

Serves: 4

Ingredients:

  • 4 ears of corn or 1 bag of frozen corn
  • 1 red bell pepper
  • 2 tbs chopped onion
  • 1 lime (juiced)
  • 1/4 cup crumbled queso fresco
  • A pinch of the following spices: chili powder, cayenne pepper, salt and pepper
  • 1-2 tbs butter (unsalted)
Corn on the cob
Instructions:
  1. Cut corn from cob.
  2. Preheat the skillet on high heat with butter.
  3. Add corn, onion, and red pepper.  Cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring infrequently so the corn roasts.
  4. Place the cooked corn in a medium bowl and add the lime juice and spices.  Toss the corn salad well.
  5. Garnish with queso fresco.
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